Mallory - Family texture stitch beanie

Mallory Family Texture Stitch Beanie

What is Being Made

The Mallory is a warm and chunky beanie designed by Jennifer Lee, suitable for the entire family. This knitted hat features an optional pom pom and is available in five sizes: Age 2-5, Age 6-10, Teen, Lady, and Man. The beanie fits head circumferences ranging from 52cm (20½ inches) for the smallest size to 59cm (23 inches) for the largest size. The design is specifically created for knitters new to beanie construction, making it an ideal beginner-friendly project that is both easy and quick to complete.

Techniques and Construction

The Mallory beanie is worked using straightforward knitting techniques that make it accessible for beginners. The hat features a rib brim that provides elasticity and a secure fit around the head. The main body of the beanie is constructed using a simple texture stitch that creates visual interest while remaining easy to execute. The optional pom pom can be added to the crown for a decorative finishing touch. The pattern uses basic knitting abbreviations and straightforward row-by-row instructions, with the construction beginning with a cast-on edge and building upward to create the hat shape.

Stitches Used

• Knit stitch (K) – the fundamental stitch forming the primary fabric
• Purl stitch (P) – used in combination with knit stitches to create the texture pattern
• Ribbed knit – alternating knit and purl stitches in the brim section for stretch and structure
• Texture stitch – a simple repeating pattern combining knit and purl stitches throughout the main body

Materials Required

The Mallory beanie requires one 100-gram ball of Miss Tricot Filati Abbraccio yarn in super chunky weight. This yarn provides approximately 150 meters per ball. The pattern recommends using 7.00mm (UK size 2, US size 10½) knitting needles for construction. A wool needle is needed for sewing up and finishing the seams. The pattern notes that yarn quantities may vary slightly depending on individual knitter tension and specific yarn characteristics, so having a small amount of extra yarn on hand is advisable.

Gauge and Tension

The pattern specifies a tension of 13 stitches and 19 rows to 10cm (4 inches) when working over the texture stitch pattern using 7.00mm needles. Achieving the correct gauge is important for ensuring the finished beanie fits properly across all five size options.

Pattern Details

Cast-on quantities vary by size, beginning with 55 stitches for the Age 2-5 size and increasing to 63 stitches for the Man size. The pattern uses a repeating sequence of knit and purl stitches to create both the ribbed brim and the textured main body. The straightforward construction and use of super chunky yarn means the beanie knits up quickly, making it an excellent project for knitters developing their skills with hat construction.